Erica Milsom

Erica Milsom, Chief Creative Officer of Ryzo Studios, is a visionary storyteller and founder of Ryzo Studios. There, she works at the intersection of animation and activation, creating impactful narratives that move you and move you to act. She is also a twenty-year veteran of Pixar Animation Studios.

With a filmmaking career spanning over two decades and multiple storytelling mediums, she is renowned for her award-winning work as a writer and director, delivering heartfelt narratives that leave a lasting impact. Erica's recent contributions include the groundbreaking film "Loop," the acclaimed documentary "Embrace the Panda," and the Emmy Award-nominated series "Inside Pixar."

As a studio founder, Milsom is a tenacious and dynamic leader, guiding a small team through seismic shifts in our culture, technical landscape and economy. She is a CRITICAL leader, exploring how AI can impact storytelling and activation across generations and platforms for the GOOD of our societies.

During her tenure at Pixar Animation Studios, Milsom was pivotal in crafting the studio's creative identity and approach to storytelling across various platforms. As a documentary director, she offered unparalleled insights into the behind-the-scenes processes of beloved Pixar films, including Finding Nemo, Up, and Coco.